Central UP Events

February 23, 2026-January 2, 2027 This exhibit showcases two hundred and fifty artifacts, photographs, and documents from our permanent collections. These objects connect local history to the national story while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has often seemed remote from the rest of the country. However, the themes and movements of U.S. history can be seen here as well, especially since the War of 1812. When the country braced for the Civil War, U.P. iron miners raced to uncover iron for the Union army’s railroads and ammunitions. When labor movements exploded following

When: Thursdays, October 15 through November 19, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm Where: Zoom   Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week online workshop, designed for the non-professional, informal family caregiver, will be held on Thursdays, October 15 through November 19, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Eastern) via Zoom. Research studies find high rates of depression and anxiety among caregivers and increased vulnerability to health problems. Caregivers frequently cite restriction of personal activities and social life as problems. In addition, caregivers often feel a lack of control over events and a sense of powerlessness which can have a significant negative impact

KBIC Youth Department – HALLOWEEN PARTY   October 30th, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Marquette Event Center Ojibwa Casino, Harvey   Please join us for Food, Games, and a Costume Contest! For questions:  Call 353-4643

Friday, October 30, 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room. Join us for our annual family-friendly storytime! Costumes for all highly encouraged as participants enjoy this interactive storytime with stories, songs, a costume parade and trick-or- treating on your way out! Children of all ages are welcome; caregivers are expected to attend storytime with their children. Important – this storytime is taking place after hours. The library doors will close at 5:30pm and re-open for storytime attendees only at 5:45pm. The kids’ room will NOT be open during storytime and library services will NOT be

Where: Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum When: 10/30 The kids get the museum all year. This night is for the grown-ups! Join us for a 21+ Halloween takeover of the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum featuring music, drinks, food, games, museum-wide activities, a costume contest, and plenty of reasons to act like a kid again. Ticket includes light food and two drinks (more drinks available for purchase). Come in costume, grab a drink, explore the museum after dark, and get a little spooky. 👻 21+ only. Costumes highly encouraged. After Oct. 10th, tickets will go up to $30/each or $55/couple! So buy

Where: Marquette When: Saturday, October 31, from 1 to 4 pm Get ready for a spooktacular evening in Downtown Marquette! On Saturday, October 31, from 1 to 4 pm, the 100 and 200 blocks of Washington Street will come alive with Halloween spirit during the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat. For one special afternoon, the streets will be closed to traffic and transformed into a festive Halloween haven, creating a safe and welcoming space for children to show off their costumes and collect candy from participating downtown businesses. Families are invited to stroll through downtown while enjoying the sights of decorated storefronts

Halloween Trick-or-Treating in the city of Marquette is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026. The recommended hours to be observed for Trick-or-Treating are from 4:00 p.m. – 7 p.m.  Motorists, please anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic during this time; be extra cautious when entering and exiting driveways. We recommend turning on headlights earlier in the day and driving slowly through neighborhoods. For the children’s safety, parents are encouraged to accompany them while trick-or treating and share the following tips:  Stay Visible: Add glow sticks, flashlights, or reflective tape to costumes and bags.  Stick Together: Trick-or-treat in groups and keep an adult

Mondays & Thursdays November (2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19), 2026. 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  Peter White Public Library Great Room.  For children 18 to 36 months with a loving adult, siblings welcome. Stories and songs to engage the curious mind and wiggly body, followed by sensory play activities.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Monday, November 2, 2026, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. Have some old maps or magazines or books laying around the house? Join Amanda and Marty from PWPL to learn how to transform these “leftovers” into a personalized DIY journal. A great gift idea for the upcoming holidays! All materials will be provided. Space is limited to 15 participants, so register early.  No admission charge.  Register at pwpl.info.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.